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Newspaper

Barnesville Gazette

Location

Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Nov 05, 1896

Page

5

Redding Place Sold to W J Williamson on Elm Street

Mr W J Williamson purchased the Redding place on Elm street currently occupied by Rev J H Cline. The home is described as one of the nicest on Elm street and Williamson will move in soon after completing the purchase from Mrs Maud Redding of Macon.

W. J. Williamson Redding Place Elm Street J. H. Cline Mr. Williamson Maud Redding Macon Williamson

Local notices from Barnesville and nearby towns

A compilation of visits, moves and events in Barnesville and surrounding communities. Mr J G Smith and others travel to Atlanta or Milner, professionals visit Forsyth and Macon, and local residents attend weddings, inaugurations, or join city life.

Local residents relocate among houses in town

Mr. W. J. Williamson moves into the Redding place while Judge Z. L. Fryer moves into Williamson's former home. Dr. T. J. Watts relocates from Fryer's residence to the former Fryer home, and Rev. J. H. Cline moves to the old Crowder place.

W. J. Williamson Redding Place Z. L. Fryer Mr. Williamson T. J. Watts Judge Fryer Rev J. H. Cline Crowder Place

Rising Newspaper Man Joins Cincinnati Record

In New York the last issue of the Newspaper Maker praises J. J. Handley son of Mrs. G. M. Rockwell of Barnesville. He has visited here several times and will henceforth be with the Cincinnati Record, held in high esteem by the newspaper fraternity.

New York J. J. Handley G. M. Rockwell Barnesville Cincinnati Record

Card of Thanks for Baby Boy Death

The thanks of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Gee are extended to friends for kindness shown after the death of their baby boy.

Arthur Gee

Re elected Chief of Fire Department

Mr G L Summers was re elected Chief of Fire Department by the city council Monday night. He has been chief for several terms and makes a good one in every particular. A better selection could not have been made.

G. L. Summers

Fort Wayne Electric Corp Contract Signs for New Plant

Work on the electric light plant starts immediately after Fort Wayne Electric Corporation signs the contract. E H Sturgeon of Atlanta, southern representative, secured the deal and the company approved and sent it back to begin work at once. Mayor G F Huguley was notified the company would commence in a few days.

Fort Wayne Electric Corporation E. H. Sturgeon Atlanta G. FE. Huguley

Infant Dies. Burial in Methodist Cemetery

The seven months old son of Mr and Mrs Arthur Gee died last Thursday and was buried Friday morning in the Methodist cemetery by Undertaker Smith. The funeral at the Brown avenue home was conducted by Rev W W Brinsfield pastor of the Methodist church. Community sympathy is extended to Mr and Mrs Gee.

Arthur Gee Smith W. W. Brinsfield Methodist Church Brown Avenue Gee

Syrup of Figs Advertisement Claim

An ad declares Syrup of Figs from the California Fig Syrup Company cures indigent ailments by cleansing the system, urging readers to seek the product at druggists to bring comfort and positive health.

California Fig Syrup Company

Georgia and Florida United in Spring Wedding

At the bride’s father’s residence Judge Z L Fryer on Elm Street Mr J M Roberts of High Springs Florida and Miss Alice Fryer of Barnesville were united in marriage Sunday afternoon at 4 o clock Rev J M Brittain performed the ceremony in an impressive manner Only the family and a few intimate friends were present to witness the happy event Mr Roberts is editor and proprietor of the High Springs Sentinel and is held in high esteem in the Land of Flowers The groom is fortunate in winning such a young lady as Miss Fryer as his bride for she is capacitated for making him a model wife The friends of both are legion and many congratulations have been extended On the 16 o clock train Sunday night Mr and Mrs Roberts left for their home at High Springs The Gazette extends congratulations and best wishes.

Z. L. Fryer Elm Street J. M. Roberts High Springs Fla Alice Fryer Barnesville J. M. Brittain Roberts Land of Flowers

Monthly meeting of Baptist Ministers and Deacons Union

The Baptist Ministers and Deacons Union holds its regular monthly gathering at the Baptist Church in Barnesville on Wednesday November 11 at 16 oclock A M. The session covers the origin and duties of deacons and invites ministers and deacons from nearby associations to attend and participate. J M Brrrraty signs the notice.

The Baptist Minister's and Baptist Church Barnesville Centennial Association

Dr Ryder Re sentenced to hang on November twenty fourth

The court set a new sentence of execution by hanging for the defendant, with the date fixed for November 24. Assistants expect the hanging to proceed on that date pending any appeals or stays.

Dr. Ryder

Cadet Eleven Set for La Grange Clash Saturday

The Gordon Institute Cadet eleven leave Friday night for La Grange to meet the city's High School team on Saturday. The game was postponed last Saturday due to the inauguration, and both squads arrive in good shape for a spicy gridiron showdown.

Gordon Institute la Grange

Local Markets Boast Wide Produce Selection

An upbeat advertisement touts abundant goods in New Orleans style open kettle syrup, cranberries, bananas at 10c and 15c per dozen, Irish and sweet potatoes onions lemons apples and more. It claims rising trade, offers turkeys by the droves, fresh fish and oysters weekly, and warns customers to place orders by 9:30. The shop claims sole rights to Trash Mover Soap and ends with a cordial invitation to price their goods and trade.

New Orleans

Election Day Rains Slow Voters Amid Muddy Conditions

Tuesday saw heavy rain and muddy slush affecting turnout for a portion of the day. Voters faced slick streets and wet weather as polls operated, delaying some commutes and contributing to a damp, slow voting scene.

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